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KIRKSTONE COTTAGE, close to the shops, restaurants and bars of Ambleside.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
TV, fireplace
TV, fireplace
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 245 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ambleside, Cumbria
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
  • Ambleside Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Rydal Mount
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Ambleside

With a stay at this cottage in Ambleside, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. .This cottage is 10 mi (16.1 km) from Coniston Water and 18.6 mi (30 km) from Lodore Falls.

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Rydal Mount - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Dove Cottage - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Wray Castle - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Lion - ‬4 min walk
  • The Apple Pie
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬5 min walk
  • The Golden Rule

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

KIRKSTONE COTTAGE, close to the shops, restaurants and bars of Ambleside.

Kirkstone Cottage is said to be one of the oldest properties in Ambleside and dates back to the 15th Century. Nestling in the heart of this popular Lakeland village, overlooking the famous Little House of the Bridge and is handy for all the shops, pubs and restaurants.

Ambleside is located on the shores of Lake Windermere where boat trips can be enjoyed, hop off at one of the stops to explore Windermere or Lakeside before catching the boat back to Ambleside. There are a wealth of shops, bars, restaurants and attractions in the village and walks can be enjoyed from the door. The cottage is located at the foot of Kirkstone Pass, making exploring the northern Lakes easy with a trip over the scenic pass taking you to Lake Ullswater.

Kirkstone Cottage comprises: Lounge with slate effect floor with underfloor heating, wood burning stove, TV and Wi-Fi. The dining/kitchen is fully equipped with electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge, microwave and dining table. The bathroom has a roll top bath, shower cubical, hand basin and WC.

Stairs lead to the first floor attractive double bedroom furnished in pine overlooking the Little House of the Bridge.

All electric, towels and bed linen included. Logs are not provided but can be purchased locally. Cot available. Parking space for a small car.

PLEASE NOTE: Dogs are not accepted at this property.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Gail

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 484 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

535144
Kirkstone Cottage Ambleside Sleeps 2 Guests in 1 Bedroom

KIRKSTONE COTTAGE, close to the shops, restaurants and bars of Ambleside. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and neatly presented.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Leslie H., United Kingdom

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central spot to enjoy Ambleside.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021